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Las terapias genéticas todavía están en las primeras etapas de investigación, desarrollo y ensayos clínicos. Sin embargo, los investigadores ya tienen bastante conocimiento sobre cómo pueden funcionar como tratamiento. Por ejemplo, si participa en un ensayo clínico o recibe terapia genética en el futuro, el tratamiento se puede proporcionarse de dos maneras. Las células pueden modificarse dentro de su cuerpo de manera directa, o se pueden recolectar las células y modificarlas fuera de su cuerpo, para luego devolverlas. El método puede depender de su afección y qué órgano o tipos de células en su cuerpo necesitan ser tratados.

En el futuro, las terapias genéticas pueden usarse para prevenir, tratar o curar ciertos trastornos hereditarios, como la fibrosis quística, la deficiencia de Alfa-1 antitripsina, la hemofilia, la beta talasemia y la anemia de células falciformes. También se pueden usar para tratar cánceres o infecciones, incluido el VIH.

Las terapias genéticas pueden utilizar métodos de transferencia de genes o edición genómica para modificar el ADN de las células de un paciente, con el objetivo de prevenir o tratar una afección.

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Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.

Purpose of this document: This interim guidance outlines goals and strategies for all U.S. healthcare facilities to prepare for and respond to community spread of coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19).

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The COVID-19 outbreak in United States is a rapidly evolving situation. The status of the outbreak varies by location and state and local authorities are updating their guidance frequently. The White House’s Opening Up America Againexternal icon plan means some parts of the country may have different guidance than other areas. Check with the state or local authorities where you are, along your route, and at your planned destination to learn about local circumstances and any restrictions that may be in place.

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COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe disease. Based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.